HAL Expands Canada/New England Season For 2026

Posted by Admin October 16, 2024 Travel

Holland America Line is expanding its Canada and New England season in 2026 with more cruises, more port calls and added overnights. A new 28-day Legendary Voyage — “Canada, New England and Iceland” — is a highlight, taking guests to deeply explore the three regions, all from the convenient homeport of Boston.

From April through October, Zuiderdam and Volendam will offer seven-day departures roundtrip from Boston, or between Boston and Montreal or Québec City, Canada. Volendam will also sail 10- or 11-day itineraries that delve deeper into the Maritimes and include Newfoundland and New France.

Additionally, on June 20, 2026, guests can embark on a new 28-Day “Canada, New England and Iceland” Legendary Voyage aboard Volendam that takes guests north to ports like Portland, Maine, and Sydney, Nova Scotia, before sailing east to deeply explore seven ports in Iceland, followed by a westward return and four more ports of call in Atlantic Canada. The roundtrip-Boston voyage includes three overnight calls in St. John’s, Newfoundland; Reykjavik, Iceland; and Halifax, Nova Scotia.

“Our Canada and New England cruises are filled with culturally rich destinations, storybook settings, the beauty of the St. Lawrence and vibrant fall foliage later in the season,” said Beth Bodensteiner, HAL’s chief commercial officer.

“We’re also excited to offer guests the chance to add Iceland to their exploration of Canada and New England — the timeframe is perfect for those sailing on Volendam to take in the spectacular late sunsets and white nights, including during an overnight call in Reykjavik.”

Throughout the season, 18 Canada and New England itineraries highlight the area’s charming cities, delicious seafood, rich maritime history, stunning lighthouses and natural wonders. Nearly every itinerary calls either Québec City or Montreal—a gem of the province further Southwest on the St. Lawrence, reachable thanks to Holland America Line’s perfectly midsized ships.

Have It All Early Booking Bonus
For a limited time, when guests book 2026 Canada and New England cruises with the Have It All premium package, the standard package amenities of shore excursions, specialty dining, a Signature Beverage Package and Surf Wi-Fi are included — plus the added perk of free prepaid Crew Appreciation, along with free upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi.